London to Stratford bus with Flibco

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The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Stratford

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 10

Cheapest price on Oct 10

$19

Average ticket price on Oct 10

$20

Fastest journey on Oct 10

45 m

Average journey duration on Oct 10

45 m

Buses on Oct 10

48

Distance

9 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Stratford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Stratford will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.

Fast buses

On Sat, Oct 10, we found 48 buses from London to Stratford, including 48 direct services.

On Sat, Oct 10 the direct buses cover the 9 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .

On Sat, Oct 10 the slowest buses will take 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • FlibcoFlibco
    10:30 PM0h45
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    11:15 PMLondon, Stratford City Bus Station
    $191One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlibcoFlibco
    7:00 PM0h45
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    7:45 PMLondon, Stratford City Bus Station
    $191One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlibcoFlibco
    8:00 PM0h45
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    8:45 PMLondon, Stratford City Bus Station
    $191One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlibcoFlibco
    7:30 AM0h45
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    8:15 AMLondon, Stratford City Bus Station
    $191One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlibcoFlibco
    7:00 AM0h45
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    7:45 AMLondon, Stratford City Bus Station
    $191One-way
    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Stratford

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Buses from London to Stratford run on average 45 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 if you book in advance.

There are 45 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest bus covers the 5 miles (9 km) distance in 39m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
5 miles (9 km)
Average bus duration
45m
Cheapest ticket price
$6
Buses per day
45
Direct buses
45
Fastest bus
39m
First bus
12:01 AM
Last bus
11:53 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

London to Stratford Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
12:00AM
Arrival Time
12:45AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
12:30AM
Arrival Time
01:15AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
01:00AM
Arrival Time
01:45AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
01:30AM
Arrival Time
02:15AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
02:00AM
Arrival Time
02:45AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
02:30AM
Arrival Time
03:15AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
03:00AM
Arrival Time
03:45AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
03:30AM
Arrival Time
04:15AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
04:00AM
Arrival Time
04:45AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
04:30AM
Arrival Time
05:15AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
05:00AM
Arrival Time
05:45AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
05:30AM
Arrival Time
06:15AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
06:00AM
Arrival Time
06:45AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
06:30AM
Arrival Time
07:15AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
07:00AM
Arrival Time
07:45AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
07:30AM
Arrival Time
08:15AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
08:45AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
08:30AM
Arrival Time
09:15AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
09:00AM
Arrival Time
09:45AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
09:30AM
Arrival Time
10:15AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
10:00AM
Arrival Time
10:45AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
10:30AM
Arrival Time
11:15AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
11:00AM
Arrival Time
11:45AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
11:30AM
Arrival Time
12:15PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
12:00PM
Arrival Time
12:45PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
12:30PM
Arrival Time
01:15PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
01:00PM
Arrival Time
01:45PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
01:30PM
Arrival Time
02:15PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
02:00PM
Arrival Time
02:45PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
02:30PM
Arrival Time
03:15PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
03:00PM
Arrival Time
03:45PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
03:30PM
Arrival Time
04:15PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
04:00PM
Arrival Time
04:45PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
04:30PM
Arrival Time
05:15PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
05:00PM
Arrival Time
05:45PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
05:30PM
Arrival Time
06:15PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
06:00PM
Arrival Time
06:45PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
06:30PM
Arrival Time
07:15PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
07:00PM
Arrival Time
07:45PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
07:30PM
Arrival Time
08:15PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
08:00PM
Arrival Time
08:45PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
08:30PM
Arrival Time
09:15PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
09:00PM
Arrival Time
09:45PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
09:30PM
Arrival Time
10:15PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
10:00PM
Arrival Time
10:45PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
10:30PM
Arrival Time
11:15PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
11:00PM
Arrival Time
11:45PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
11:30PM
Arrival Time
12:15AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$12

Live departures

London to Stratford bus times

The table below shows live departures for London to Stratford buses for today, Friday, October 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
FlibcoFlibco4:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
5:15 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco5:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
5:45 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco5:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
6:15 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco6:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
6:45 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco6:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
7:15 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco7:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
7:45 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco7:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
8:15 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco8:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
8:45 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco8:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
9:15 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco9:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
9:45 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco9:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
10:15 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco10:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
10:45 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco10:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
11:15 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco11:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
11:45 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco11:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
12:15 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco12:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
12:45 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco12:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
1:15 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco1:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
1:45 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco1:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
2:15 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco2:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
2:45 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco2:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
3:15 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco3:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
3:45 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco3:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
4:15 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco4:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
4:45 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco4:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
5:15 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco5:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
5:45 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco5:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
6:15 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco6:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
6:45 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco6:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
7:15 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco7:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
7:45 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco7:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
8:15 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco8:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
8:45 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco8:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
9:15 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco9:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
9:45 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco9:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
10:15 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco10:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
10:45 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco10:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
11:15 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco11:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
11:45 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco11:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
12:15 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
Saturday, October 10
FlibcoFlibco12:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
12:45 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco12:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
1:15 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco1:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
1:45 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco1:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
2:15 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco2:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
2:45 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco2:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
3:15 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco3:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
3:45 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco3:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
4:15 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco4:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
4:45 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book London to Stratford buses with Omio?

Flibco as well as National Express or flibco offer buses services from London to Stratford.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London to Stratford.

Why book with Omio vs Flibco?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Flibco, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express or flibco to find the best option for your trip from London to Stratford.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus or Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express or flibco to find the best option for your trip from London to Stratford.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London to Stratford.

Bus providers: Flibco, flibco, National Express from London to StratfordYou can travel by bus between London to Stratford with Flibco, flibco, National Express for as low as $6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
45m
Cheapest National Express Price
$6
National Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Flibco

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Flibco Duration
45m
Cheapest Flibco Price
$9
Flibco frequency
48 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
5€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Toilets
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.

flibco

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average flibco Duration
39m
Cheapest flibco Price
$20
flibco frequency
48 a day

Complete guide to Stratford

Things to do in Stratford

Discover the best of Stratford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stratford trip today.

  • Must visit

Shakespeare's Birthplace

Flagship Shakespeare museum in his birthplace, with exhibitions on his life, family, and legacy in a preserved Tudor setting.

  • Must visit

Anne Hathaway's Cottage

Restored family home where Shakespeare's wife grew up; combines domestic history, collection displays, and attractive grounds.

  • Recommended

Hall's Croft

Museum house exploring Shakespeare's daughter and son-in-law, with fine rooms, medical history, and landscaped gardens.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK: hotels and theatre can raise costs, but dining and local transport are usually manageable versus London.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or a casual lunch.
Mid-range
£18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£50+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£2.80-4 for cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes: small change or no tip is fine.

FAQs: Bus from London to Stratford

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Stratford by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stratford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from London to Stratford can start from as little as $6 when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for London to Stratford is $18 ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from London to Stratford is 39m to travel the 5 miles (9 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from London to Stratford leaves at 12:01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from London to Stratford leaves at 11:53 PM.
Yes, there are 45 direct buses a day from London to Stratford with Flibco, National Express, flibco. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from London to Stratford, you can count on Flibco, National Express, flibco for the best way to get you to Stratford. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between London and Stratford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
When departing from London , you have various bus station options to start your journey from including Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station, London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G), London, Whitechapel Station Royal London Hospital (Stop B), London, Canada Square South (Canary Wharf Station), London, Tottenham Hale Bus Station, London, Bow Church Station (Stop A), London, Leman Street / Buckle Street (Aldgate East), London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, London, Marble Arch, London, York Road (London Eye), London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4, London, Baker Street Station, London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road, London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station), London, Elephant and Castle, London, Wembley Stadium (First Way), London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), London, Lithos Road, London, Hammersmith Bridge Road . When arriving in Stratford , you can end your journey in bus stations like London, Stratford City Bus Station .Passengers board the bus most frequently from Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station, which is located around 0 miles (1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at London, Stratford City Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Stratford including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from London to Stratford:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • Flibco
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from London to Stratford for bus company Flibco, National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from London to Stratford depends on the bus companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
  • Flibco
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from London to Stratford.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from London to Stratford:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
  • Flibco
    • One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from London to Stratford:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • Flibco
    • 5€ per additional bag.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from London to Stratford. The following conditions apply:
  • Flibco
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • must be placed on the floor during the journey.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from London to Stratford with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from London to Stratford with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from London to Stratford with the following bus company: National Express.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Stratford, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas such as near the Stratford International station and during events at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre. Common scams include overcharging by some taxi drivers and unofficial ticket sellers offering inflated prices for local transportation or theatre tickets. It is advisable to use authorized services and stay vigilant in busy spots to ensure safety.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from London to Stratford

Most London to Stratford buses use the Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station to London, Stratford City Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Stratford bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in London
Arrival bus stations in Stratford

Which London station do buses to Stratford leave from?

Buses from London to Stratford leave from Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station. The station is 0 miles (1 km) from London city centre at Bassingbourn Rd, Stansted CM24 1QW, UK.
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach StationBassingbourn Rd, Stansted CM24 1QW, UKWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station from London city centre

Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainStansted Express · 46m · $27 · every ~9 min
Stansted Express · 46m · $27 · every ~9 min
BusA9 · 56m · $18 · every ~17 min
A8 · 1h 12m · $11 · every ~11 min
ShuttleA9 · 50m · $26 · every ~8 min

Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station bus station facilities and services

Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the airport terminal, near the coach station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.

London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G)London, Bishopsgate, EC2M 4NR, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G) from London city centre

London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G) is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

BusA8 · 20m · $1 · every ~11 min
26, N26 · 21m · $5 · every ~27 min
SubwayCentral · 13m · $4 · every ~94 min

London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G) bus station facilities and services

London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and concourse area.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G): Elevators, ramps.

London, Whitechapel Station Royal London Hospital (Stop B)Whitechapel Station / Royal London Hospital (Stop B), London E1 1BY, UKWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to London, Whitechapel Station Royal London Hospital (Stop B) from London city centre

London, Whitechapel Station Royal London Hospital (Stop B) is 4 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainElizabeth · 11m · $4 · every ~30 min
Elizabeth · 16m · $7 · every ~30 min
Battersea Park - Dalston Junction · 36m · $11
BusN25 · 20m · $5 · every ~8 min
N253 · 56m · $2 · every ~3 min
SubwayDistrict · 15m · $5 · every ~66 min

London, Whitechapel Station Royal London Hospital (Stop B) bus station facilities and services

London, Whitechapel Station Royal London Hospital (Stop B) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London, Whitechapel Station Royal London Hospital (Stop B). ATMs are available at London, Whitechapel Station Royal London Hospital (Stop B).

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London, Whitechapel Station Royal London Hospital (Stop B).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London, Whitechapel Station Royal London Hospital (Stop B): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London, Whitechapel Station Royal London Hospital (Stop B): Accessible for those with mobility needs.

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